How many syllables in “doomsday”?
syllables in "doomsday"
Word details
Syllables
2
doom · sday
Letters
8
d · o · o · m · s · d · a · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “doomsday”
The word “doomsday” contains 2 syllables, divided as doom · sday. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doomsday" have?
"doomsday" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doomsday" into syllables?
"doomsday" is divided into syllables as: doom · sday.
What is the Scrabble score for "doomsday"?
The Scrabble score for "doomsday" is 15 points.
Using “doomsday” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doomsday" (doom · sday) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “doomsday” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.